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3M Volunteers Advance Hands-On Stem Learning

As part of a continued effort to inspire the next generation of scientists, 3M is partnering with DoSomething and Amazon MGM Studios to launch Project STEM Heroes, a nationwide program encouraging young people to explore STEM careers and recognize the mentors who sparked them.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Engage for Good Recognizes the Leaders Shaping Corporate Social Impact

Engage for Good

Environment

Water Stewardship: Why Global Trade Must Invest in the World’s Most Critical Resource

DP World

Environment

Assurant and AT&T Tree for Trade‑In Program Supports Ongoing Reforestation in California Through the Arbor Day Foundation

Arbor Day Foundation

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Pricing Water Risk and Scaling Climate Resilience

NatureVest

Responsible Production & Consumption

Why Living Incomes Matter

Fairtrade America

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Empowered to Build Better: Meet Venelin Krastev

GoDaddy

Environment

The Continuing Evolution of ESG Due Diligence: Why There Are Always Risks to Be Managed and Value to Be Created

Inogen Alliance

Events, Media & Communications

Heart Water Earns Water Stewardship, Resiliency and Water Positive Certifications for Its Rainwater Capture Technology at Its Buda, TX Facility

SCS Global Services

Featured Brands

How a Supplemental Insurance Safety Net Can Cover Any Path While You’re Growing Up

Life is full of unexpected moments, and unique choices and conventional milestones, like getting married or starting a new job, can be bypassed or reached at different times by different people.

Cisco and Quest Alliance Are Modernizing Vocational Training for India’s Next-Gen Workforce

When Priya first enrolled in a vocational training program at her local Industrial Training Institute (ITI) in northern India’s Haryana state, the prospect of a career in technology felt like a future that belonged to someone else.

Mastercard: A Billion Connected: How We’re Empowering Even More People on the Road to Financial Health

Over the past decade, nothing has reshaped the global economy more than digitalization. Nearly 80% of adults worldwide now have a bank or mobile money account, and 84% of adults in low‑ and middle‑income countries have a mobile phone.

Expanded Student-Athlete Mental Health Initiatives Tip Off During 2026 NCAA Final Four Weekend

LG Electronics USA partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness to enhance mental wellness resources at the host schools of the 2026 NCAA Final Four men’s and women’s college basketball tournaments Indiana University, Indianapolis and Arizona State University

Storytime and Stocks

Investment advisor Craig Robinson had an “A-ha!” moment during his bedtime storytelling routine with his daughters, inspiring the Bull and Bear financial literacy series. He introduced his first book in April 2022.

Hope on Wheels: FedEx Supports The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army’s canteen trucks—many of them donated by FedEx—play a vital role in supporting communities around the world. While these mobile units are best known for providing meals, water, and comfort during natural disasters and other emergencies

3M Volunteers Advance Hands-On Stem Learning

As part of a continued effort to inspire the next generation of scientists, 3M is partnering with DoSomething and Amazon MGM Studios to launch Project STEM Heroes, a nationwide program encouraging young people to explore STEM careers and recognize the mentors who sparked them.

How To Go ‘Beyond Words’ With Acts of Compassion and Kindness

“Beyond Words” is a story of kindness, empathy and friendship, teaching readers of all ages to express compassion without needing to say a word. The book follows Buddy as he discovers how to support a friend coming home from the hospital.

Gina Adams Honored by Dress for Success As Part of Women Who Inspire Campaign

Gina Adams, Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary at FedEx, has been recognized by Dress for Success Worldwide as part of its annual Women Who Inspire global campaign.

Prosperity Now Receives $1 Million Wells Fargo Foundation Grant to Support VITA Organizations Nationwide

Prosperity Now receives a $1 million dollar Wells Fargo Foundation grant to support IRS-certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) organizations nationwide. Grant expands access to trusted, no-cost tax return preparation services.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Meet the Team: Sam Griffiths

Sam Griffiths is a Junior EHS Consultant who is passionate about preventing harm and building a culture where safety is second nature.

Events, Media & Communications

Businesses Need To Stay Focused Despite Uncertainty of Sustainability Reporting Regulations

Continued uncertainty surrounding the rollout of California’s new climate risk disclosure regulations (SB 261) is preventing companies from having clear direction on actions needed to ensure compliance.

Events, Media & Communications

3BL Joins Double the Donation Community User Conference, Jan. 22

Communications professionals seeking to adapt and capitalize on the meteoric rise of AI answer engines are invited to attend a 2026 Double the Donation Community User Conference session featuring 3BL’s best practices for driving engagement. 

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Aflac Celebrates 70 Years of Innovation, Care and the Iconic Aflac Duck

In 2025, Aflac celebrated 70 years of being there for policyholders when they need us most. From humble beginnings in Columbus, Georgia, to becoming an international Fortune 500 powerhouse and a household name, Aflac’s journey is a testament to innovation and its policyholders.

Social Impact & Volunteering

FedEx Team Members Plant Trees and Lead Clean-Up Drive To Support UAE’s Sustainability Goals

Federal Express Corporation, the world’s largest express transportation company, joined the Emirates Environmental Group’s annual “For Our Emirates We Plant” campaign, with more than 45 FedEx team members volunteering to plant native Ghaf trees in Al Shareea Forest, Abu Dhabi.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Gaziano Lineman Awards Finalists Announced

The Gaziano Awards selection committee has selected the finalists for the 2025 Frank J. Gaziano High School Scholarship and Awards. The list of six finalists consists of three defensive linemen and three offensive linemen from high schools across the state.

Events, Media & Communications

WSLA Alumnae Group Announces Winners of the 2026 Women in Sustainability Leadership Awards

One of the highlights of the GreenBiz26 conference for sustainable business leaders, the Women in Sustainability Leadership Awards (WSLA Awards) will be presented at the 12th annual WSLA Awards ceremony Feb. 18, 2026

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru and Operation Warm® Expand Support for Children in Urgent Need As Homelessness Rises

Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA), today announced its third consecutive year partnering with Operation Warm® through the Subaru Loves to Help® initiative to support children in urgent need.

Energy

Tapestry, Inc. Advances Climate Strategy Through Community Solar Partnership

Tapestry continues to take meaningful action against its climate commitments with the completion of three community solar projects in Illinois through its long-term partnership with Pivot Energy.

Environment

ScottsMiracle-Gro: Natural Grass Offers a Playing Surface That Better Protects Bones and Joints - Part Nine of the Environmental Benefits of Turfgrass

Playing sports on grass is undeniably special, from the thrill of a perfectly timed dive to the joy of scoring a goal. But natural grass offers even more: a safer playing surface that better protects our bones and joints.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

West Side Market, Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb Open KeyBank Produce Arcade with Ribbon Cutting

West Side Market vendors and staff, Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb, and others will officially open the newly renovated KeyBank Produce Arcade during a ribbon cutting ceremony at 1pm on Wednesday, January 14.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Sysco Canada Named Atlantic Canada’s Best Places To Work 2026 by Atlantic Business Magazine!

We’re excited to announce that Sysco Canada has been named one of Atlantic Canada’s Best Places to Work 2026 by Atlantic Business Magazine!

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Cisco - Sustainability Trends for 2026: From Boardroom Decisions to Real-World Systems

As we approach 2026, sustainability is starting to function more as a core business discipline rather than a standalone initiative.

Events, Media & Communications

Sysco Supports Local Farmers and Sustainable Agriculture Practices

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Mastercard Named a Top 10 Company on the Wall Street Journal’s 2025 List of the 250 Best-Managed Companies

Closing out 2025 with an amazing recognition: Mastercard has been named a top 10 company on The Wall Street Journal’s 2025 list of the 250 Best-Managed Companies, earning standout recognition for innovation and social responsibility.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

IOC Announces Finalists for Climate Action Awards 2025

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced the 15 finalists for the IOC Climate Action Awards 2025. The awards celebrate innovative projects across the Olympic Movement that are taking tangible steps towards tackling climate change and driving sustainability

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Monetizing What Matters: Sustainability Value Creation

Sustainability metrics can be translated into measurable financial value when treated as operational intelligence.

Diversity & Inclusion

‘Design for All’ Showcased at CES 2026

Spotlighting its commitment to inclusive innovation, LG Electronics USA has expanded the LG Comfort Kit family of accessories developed to deliver a better, more intuitive appliance experience for everyone.

Environment

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory Celebrates Energy Savings, Thanks to a $135,000 Green Mountain Energy Sun Club Sustainability Grant

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, a nonprofit founded to protect birds and their habitats, is celebrating a major sustainability milestone with a 29.52 kWh rooftop solar array system and a Kia EV6 Light Long Range vehicle, courtesy of a $135,000 Green Mountain Energy Sun Club® grant.

Research, Reports & Publications

Updated IOC Report Shows 86 per Cent of All Permanent Olympic Venues Still in Use

An updated analysis of venues shows that 86 per cent of all permanent venues used at the Olympic Games since Athens 1896, and 94 per cent of those from the 21st century, are still in use today.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

CSR Talent Group: You’re Not Alone - Support for Impact Leaders in 2026

As the impact landscape continues to evolve, take comfort that CSR Talent Group is built to support you.

Innovation & Technology

Net Impact Announces Winners of the 2025 Community Innovation Challenge

Net Impact, in collaboration with Cisco, announced the winning teams of the 2025 Community Innovation Challenge, a global student case competition designed to generate tailored social impact programs based on Cisco's technology and services.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Curiosity Cube™ Completes 2025 Tour, Inspiring Future Innovators Through AI

Each year, the Curiosity Cube™, a mobile science lab from MilliporeSigma, embarks on a mission to spark curiosity in STEM among students ages 8–13. In 2025, 2,069 volunteers taught lessons that engaged 56,035 young minds.

Health & Healthcare

Why Ethical AI in Behavioral Health Matters: Building Trust Where It Matters Most

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the future of healthcare. In behavioral health, where care is as personal as it is vital, AI’s promise must be realized responsibly.

Environment

Inogen Alliance Ranked 37 in Environment Analyst’s Global Environmental & Sustainability Consulting Market Assessment

Inogen Alliance today announced it is ranked 37 in Environment Analyst’s latest Global Environmental & Sustainability Consulting Market Assessment.

Latest Campaigns

2025 Performance Report

Entergy’s 2025 performance report, “Energy for a better future” presents an overview of our company’s 2025 achievements, future plans and strategies...

Aflac Stories

Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.

IWBI | Workplace Wellness

A WELL Certified™ project has the potential to add measurable value to the health, well-being and happiness of people in the buildings. It can also...

Health and Safety by Antea Group

Antea Group's health and safety consultants understand what it takes to help make a positive impact on safety culture. Read blogs, insights, and more...

Community Investment

all community engagement efforts (e.g., Teach for All, volunteerism, etc.)

AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism

AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...

Working at Chemours

From the frontline to the back office, every Chemours employee knows they are a part of something bigger than themselves and are proud to be a part of...

Social Impact at Mastercard

At Mastercard, we’re powering economies and empowering people, building a sustainable economy where everyone prospers.

Nutrition and Health

Focus on preventing and treating malnutrition across life stages. Highlights include early detection, community-based treatment (e.g., MUAC screening...

Collaboration and Partnership

Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...